decompose        decomposition        decomposed        decomposes

4. Conservationists fear that if the weeds are not removed they could threaten the ______ of the park.

durability        impact        ecology        density

5. The face cream is for rubbing on your skin but make sure you don't ______it, as it could make you sick.

ingesting        ingested        ingestable        ingest

答案 1. 阅读课文并回答问题。

1. Which area of our planet is most affected by plastic waste?

The problem is most acute in our oceans.

2. According to the article, how many species of animals are now affected by plastic waste?

Dr Jennifer Lavers from the University of Tasmania says "…almost every species in the ocean is now being shown to be impacted one way or another by our waste."

3. Why does plastic take a long time to decompose?

It is durable.

4.What have some countries done to reduce the use of plastic carrier bags?

Several countries now charge for using plastic carrier bags which reduces the amount used.

5. True or false: Only the islands of the South Pacific have been affected by plastic waste so far.

False. Dr Jennifer Lavers from the University of Tasmania says "Almost every island in the world and almost every species in the ocean is now being shown to be impacted one way or another by our waste."

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